Fuel Cost Calculator

Estimate how much fuel a trip will cost from distance, vehicle efficiency, and gas price.

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Fuel economy scale
Thirsty · 0 MPGEfficient · 80 MPG
Trip cost
$37.50
10.71 gal
Gallons needed10.71
Cost per mile$0.13
Total cost$37.50

How it works

Cost = (distance / mpg) · price per gallon. Metric: (distance/100) · L/100km · price/L.

Example

300 mi at 25 mpg with $3.75/gal → 12 gal × $3.75 = $45.

Frequently asked questions

MPG vs L/100km?
Both measure efficiency inversely — higher mpg = lower L/100km.
Real-world MPG?
Usually 10–20% below EPA-rated depending on driving.
Does hilly terrain matter?
Yes — more elevation gain lowers effective mpg.
EVs?
Use kWh/mile × electricity price.

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